KCU
Masindi
Uganda
5,551 km
3,449 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
5,551 km
3,449 mi / 2,997 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KCU ZRH
Airport Name Masindi Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code KCU ZRH
ICAO Code HUMI LSZH
City Masindi Zurich
Country Uganda Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Kampala Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,850 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 1.760000, 31.740000 47.460000, 8.550000

Masindi (KCU) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 5,551 kilometers (3,449 miles / 2,997 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Uganda with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:53 in Masindi, it's 12:53 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,434 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Masindi Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Masindi (KCU) follows a heading of 149° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Masindi Airport (KCU) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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